How to get from Athens to Samos

Kokkari Samos

Samos is a lovely island situated in the eastern Aegean Sea with many wonderful beaches and picturesque villages. It is the island of Pythagoras, the ancient mathematician, and it features villages such as Kokkari, Pythagorion, Karlovassi, and Heraion. Samos also …

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A Guide to Pythagorion, Samos

Pythagorion Samos

Pythagorion is the most picturesque village on the island of Samos. It takes its name after the famous philosopher and scientist Pythagoras. It is located around 11 kilometers from the island’s capital Vathy. Traditional old houses with red-tiled roofs surround …

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Heraion of Samos: The Temple of Hera

Heraion Of Samos - UNESCO sites in Greece

The Heraion of Samos was considered to be one of the largest and most significant religious sanctuaries of the ancient Greek world. It was situated on the island of Samos, around 6km southwest of the ancient city, in a marshy …

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Best Beaches in Samos

Lemonakia Beach - Samos beaches

Samos has a lot of gems to uncover. The lush vegetation of the island makes it look like paradise on earth, while there are countless hiking paths on the island, including that of Mt. Vigla (1,400m). Samos also features the …

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A Guide to Samos Island, Greece

Samos island

Samos is a gorgeous island in the Eastern Aegean, just 1 km from the coast of Turkey. Samos is considered one of the most beautiful islands of the Aegean, often called the queen of the Eastern Aegean. If you choose …

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